SOLVENT BLACK 3

BannedCAS 4197-25-511 regulations across 10 markets

SOLVENT BLACK 3 is a cosmetic ingredient classified as Hair Dyeing. Also known as CAS 4197-25-5. It is regulated in 10 markets including UAE, Bahrain, European Union.

Also Known As

CAS Number
4197-25-5

Market Overview — 29 Markets

European Union1
United Kingdom1
United States
California
Maryland
Washington
Canada
Brazil
South Korea2
Japan
Taiwan1
Australia
Singapore
Malaysia
Thailand
Indonesia
Vietnam
Philippines
UAE1
Saudi Arabia1
Qatar1
Oman1
Kuwait1
Bahrain1
Russia
Belarus
Kazakhstan
Armenia
Kyrgyzstan

Detailed Regulations

Europe2 regulations
European UnionBannedAnnex II #1265
Chemical name
2,3-Dihydro-2,2-dimethyl-6-[(4-(phenylazo)-1-naphthelenyl)azo]-1H-pyrimidine (Solvent Black 3) and its salts
CAS
4197-25-5
Product type
hair dye products

Source: EC 1223/2009 Annex II

United KingdomBannedAnnex II #1265
Chemical name
2,3-Dihydro-2,2-dimethyl-6-[(4-(phenylazo)-1-naphthalenyl)azo]-1H-pyrimidine (Solvent Black 3) and its salts, when used as a substance in hair dye products
CAS
4197-25-5

Source: UK retained EC 1223/2009 Annex II

AmericasNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for SOLVENT BLACK 3 in United States, California, Maryland, Washington, Canada, Brazil.

East Asia & Oceania3 regulations
South KoreaBannedAnnex banned #M205
Chemical name
Solvent Black 3

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

South KoreaBannedAnnex banned #M44
Chemical name
2,3-Dihydro-2,2-dimethyl-6-[(4-(phenylazo)-1-naphthelenyl)azo]-1H-pyrimidine (Solvent Black 3) and its salts
CAS
4197-25-5

Source: MFDS Korea Cosmetics Regulation

TaiwanBannedAnnex Prohibited Ingredients List #594
Chemical name
2,3-Dihydro-2,2-dimethyl-6-[(4-(phenylazo)-1-naphthelenyl)azo]-1H-pyrimidine (Solvent Black 3) and its salts 不得使用於染髮用途化粧品
CAS
4197-25-5

Source: TFDA Cosmetics Regulations

ASEANNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for SOLVENT BLACK 3 in Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand, Indonesia, Vietnam, Philippines.

GCC6 regulations
UAEBannedAnnex II #1265
Chemical name
2,3-Dihydro-2,2-dimethyl-6-[(4-(phenylazo)-1-naphthelenyl)azo]-1H-pyrimidine (Solvent Black 3) and its salts
CAS
4197-25-5
Product type
hair dye products

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)

Saudi ArabiaBannedAnnex II #1265
Chemical name
2,3-Dihydro-2,2-dimethyl-6-[(4-(phenylazo)-1-naphthelenyl)azo]-1H-pyrimidine (Solvent Black 3) and its salts
CAS
4197-25-5
Product type
hair dye products

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)

QatarBannedAnnex II #1265
Chemical name
2,3-Dihydro-2,2-dimethyl-6-[(4-(phenylazo)-1-naphthelenyl)azo]-1H-pyrimidine (Solvent Black 3) and its salts
CAS
4197-25-5
Product type
hair dye products

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)

OmanBannedAnnex II #1265
Chemical name
2,3-Dihydro-2,2-dimethyl-6-[(4-(phenylazo)-1-naphthelenyl)azo]-1H-pyrimidine (Solvent Black 3) and its salts
CAS
4197-25-5
Product type
hair dye products

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)

KuwaitBannedAnnex II #1265
Chemical name
2,3-Dihydro-2,2-dimethyl-6-[(4-(phenylazo)-1-naphthelenyl)azo]-1H-pyrimidine (Solvent Black 3) and its salts
CAS
4197-25-5
Product type
hair dye products

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)

BahrainBannedAnnex II #1265
Chemical name
2,3-Dihydro-2,2-dimethyl-6-[(4-(phenylazo)-1-naphthelenyl)azo]-1H-pyrimidine (Solvent Black 3) and its salts
CAS
4197-25-5
Product type
hair dye products

Source: GSO 1943:2024 (based on EU 1223/2009 II)

EAEUNo restrictions

No specific restrictions for SOLVENT BLACK 3 in Russia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Armenia, Kyrgyzstan.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is SOLVENT BLACK 3 banned in any country?

Yes, SOLVENT BLACK 3 is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, South Korea, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, United Kingdom. Always check current regulations before formulating products for these markets.

What are the restrictions on SOLVENT BLACK 3 in cosmetics?

SOLVENT BLACK 3 is banned in UAE, Bahrain, European Union, South Korea, Kuwait, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Taiwan, United Kingdom and has no specific restrictions in other tracked markets.

Can I use SOLVENT BLACK 3 in cosmetics?

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This information is for reference only and does not constitute legal or regulatory advice. Regulations change — always verify with official sources and consult a regulatory specialist before exporting cosmetic products. Data sourced from EU COSING, US FDA, Health Canada, MHLW Japan, MFDS Korea, ASEAN ACD, GCC SFDA, TGA Australia, ANVISA Brazil, EAEU TR CU, and Taiwan TFDA.